Chapter 152: Konoha Has a Complete Jinchuriki Training Plan
"The 'Konoha Pact Plan'?" Iwata Sawaki looked at this special map. On the map, Uchiha Douhuan had used a red marker pen to circle the Land of Waterfall, Land of Iron, Land of Frost, Land of Rice Paddies, and Land of Hot Water together with the central Land of Fire. Somewhat puzzled, he asked, "What is this?"
"Hehe, recently I can feel that beneath the peace of the ninja world, undercurrents have begun to surge. And the Land of Fire, as a responsible major power in the ninja world, will naturally shoulder the heavy responsibility of maintaining peace," Uchiha Douhuan said with a smile. "Therefore, Konoha plans to take the lead in establishing such an organization. Member nations of the organization will keep watch and help defend each other in potential future wars."
"This..." Hearing Uchiha Douhuan's words, Iwata Sawaki was incredibly surprised and delighted. He had just been worrying about how to propose an alliance with Konoha, and unexpectedly, Uchiha Douhuan had already thought one step ahead.
"However, this plan is currently just a concept. If it were to be truly implemented, I estimate it will be fraught with difficulties," Uchiha Douhuan shook his head and said. "By the way, Mr. Iwata, is there any important matter you wished to discuss with Konoha during your visit this time?"
"Uh, actually, the purpose of my visit this time is to seek help from Konoha," Iwata Sawaki said. Although he really wanted to sign Uchiha Douhuan's Konoha Pact Plan right now, being away from home, he still needed to maintain some reserve. Thus, he patiently stated his case.
"Seeking help?" Uchiha Douhuan frowned slightly upon hearing this. "Has Takigakure encountered some difficulty?"
"To be honest with you, Takigakure has been under immense pressure recently," Iwata Sawaki explained. "The Land of Earth to the north has been eyeing us covetously lately. Our village's mission quota has also been gradually encroached upon by Iwagakure in recent years. Every time I think of this, I cannot sleep at night."
"Mr. Iwata jests. Your Takigakure, aside from the Five Great Nations, is the only ninja village possessing a Tailed Beast. To speak of trouble, it's far from reaching that point, surely."
"Lord Hokage praises our Takigakure too highly. Although our village possesses one Tailed Beast, facing a behemoth like Iwagakure, we are still lacking in strength," Iwata Sawaki said.
"Then, how does Mr. Iwata hope Konoha can help your esteemed village?" Uchiha Douhuan asked.
"Originally, my intention for this trip was to form an alliance with Konoha. But Lord Hokage's plan just now spoke directly to my heart. I wonder if Lord Hokage could discuss it in detail?" Iwata Sawaki ventured.
"Are you talking about this plan?" Uchiha Douhuan looked towards the map hanging on the wall. "I originally thought the various ninja villages might resist such a plan, but I didn't expect Mr. Iwata would actually be interested in it. Well then, let's discuss it thoroughly."
"The central purpose of this pact is for member nations to keep watch and help defend each other in future wars, thereby responding to potential crises," Uchiha Douhuan explained. "And during times of peace, it is to work together with one heart and mind to develop the economies of each nation."
"I see. I never expected Lord Hokage to be so farsighted, focusing on economic development concurrently while forming a military alliance," Iwata Sawaki remarked.
"So-called war, when fought to the end, isn't it ultimately a comparison of the nation's logistical capability? Only by making thorough preparations can one survive in war," Uchiha Douhuan said.
"Lord Hokage's words are reasonable," Iwata Sawaki agreed. "War fought to the end boils down to comparing national logistical capabilities. Our Takigakure, in the previous few Great Ninja Wars, suffered repeated defeats on the battlefield precisely because problems arose with our Land of Waterfall's logistics. In the end, we had no choice but to have the previous generation's Jinchuriki sacrifice their life just to defend our territory, leading to our current inability to fully utilize the Tailed Beast's power."
Uchiha Douhuan glanced meaningfully at Iwata Sawaki. Sure enough, after Takigakure's first leader passed away, the subsequent successors were one incompetent fool after another. Setting aside the one who drove Kakuzu away, even the one before him now was useless despite looking capable. As the leader of a village, his thoughts were completely written on his face. Furthermore, in just this short time, he had exposed the current problem with Takigakure's Jinchuriki.
It could be said that Takigakure managing to survive three Great Ninja Wars was entirely due to living off the legacy of the first Takigakure leader. Without the Seven-Tails that the first Taki leader arguably staked everything to obtain from Konoha back then, given the operations of their village's subsequent leaders, the village probably would have been wiped out during the Second Great Ninja War.
"Has your esteemed village's Jinchuriki not matured yet?" Uchiha Douhuan said with a smile.
"This..." Only now did Iwata Sawaki react, realizing he had inadvertently revealed the village's secrets.
"Mr. Iwata needn't worry. Konoha has always loved peace and has no designs on Takigakure Village," Uchiha Douhuan reassured. "However, if your esteemed village requires it, Konoha can also provide assistance in this aspect. Recently, Konoha has been researching the Sealing Jutsu left behind by the Uzumaki clan. Regarding the cultivation of Jinchuriki, we have also gained some new insights."
"The current Konoha has a complete Jinchuriki training program, which should be able to help your esteemed village," Uchiha Douhuan said with a chuckle.
"May I be so bold as to ask, your esteemed village's current Jinchuriki..." Iwata Sawaki was tempted. The Uzumaki clan's Sealing Jutsu could be said to be the strongest in the entire ninja world. But Iwata Sawaki still wanted confirmation.
"Our village's Jinchuriki is currently one of my disciples. Does Mr. Iwata wish to meet him?" Uchiha Douhuan asked with a smile.
"No need..." Iwata Sawaki then realized his question was somewhat presumptuous and quickly declined.
"Mr. Iwata needn't be so reserved," Uchiha Douhuan said. "Konoha has always been generous towards its allies."
"Then, if we wish to obtain Konoha's help, what does Takigakure need to offer in return?" Iwata Sawaki took a deep breath, then asked.
"Takigakure needs to pay nothing," Uchiha Douhuan chuckled. "Simply strengthen the trade cooperation between our two nations."
"Trade cooperation?" Iwata Sawaki was somewhat puzzled.
"Correct. The Land of Waterfall is rich in mineral resources, while our Land of Fire's metal processing industry has been booming recently. Our two nations can completely exchange resources and develop together. This is a good thing for both our countries," Uchiha Douhuan said with a pleasant chuckle.
"This..." Iwata Sawaki thought for a moment, then finally said, "Regarding this matter, I cannot make the decision alone. I must consult with the Daimyo."
"No rush, no rush," Uchiha Douhuan waved his hand. "This kind of matter naturally requires careful consideration before making a decision."
(End of Chapter)
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